Squarespace Page Settings Guide
TL;DR:
- Page settings control titles, URLs, images, and visibility for each page
- Desktop version gives you full access to all settings tabs
- Mobile app has limited settings – use desktop for SEO and advanced options
- Settings vary depending on your page type and Squarespace version
- General tab handles basic page controls like passwords and navigation titles
Accessing Page Settings
On Desktop
Navigate to the Pages panel and hover over your page title. Click the settings icon that appears. You'll see tabs for General, SEO, Social, Media, and Advanced options. Make your changes and click Save.
Via the Squarespace App
Tap More, then select Pages. Choose your page and tap the settings icon. The app only shows basic settings – you'll need desktop access for the full range of options.
Key Settings Explained
General Tab
This covers your main page controls. You can enable or disable the page to control public visibility, set the navigation title that appears in your site menu, add a page password for restricted access, or designate the page as your homepage.
You can also change the URL slug here – that's the part of your web address that comes after your domain name.
SEO Tab
The SEO tab lets you hide pages from search engine results if needed. You can also write a custom SEO description that influences what text appears under your page title in Google search results.
This tab isn't available in the mobile app, so you'll need to use desktop.
Social Tab
Set a social sharing image here. This is what appears when someone shares your page on Facebook, Twitter, or other social platforms. Without this, social media sites will pick an image automatically, which might not be what you want.
Media Tab (Version 7.0 only)
If you're on Squarespace 7.0, you can add a featured image or video that acts as a banner for your page. This option doesn't exist in 7.1 sites.
Advanced Tab
This is where you can add custom code snippets for specific functionality. Only use this if you know what you're doing – incorrect code can break your site.
The Advanced tab is only available on desktop.
Common Issues
Most problems with page settings come from trying to access options that aren't available on your current platform. If you can't find an option in the mobile app, switch to desktop. If you're looking for Media tab options on a 7.1 site, they don't exist.
Remember that some changes take a few minutes to show up on your live site, especially URL changes.
FAQs
Can I change a page's URL in Squarespace?
Yes, edit the URL slug in the General tab. Keep URLs short and descriptive – avoid spaces and special characters.
How do I hide my page from Google search?
Use the 'Hide Page from Search Results' option in the SEO tab. This won't make the page private – it just tells search engines not to index it.
What happens if I don't set a social sharing image?
Social media platforms will automatically pick an image from your page, which might not represent your content well. It's better to choose your own.
Why can't I see all the settings tabs?
You're probably using the mobile app. Desktop gives you access to all tabs including SEO and Advanced options.
Jargon Buster
URL Slug: The end part of your web address that identifies a specific page (like 'about-us' in 'www.example.com/about-us')
SEO: Search Engine Optimisation – techniques to help your site show up better in Google and other search engines
Code Injection: Adding custom HTML or JavaScript code to your site to add features that aren't built into Squarespace
Wrap-up
Page settings give you control over how each page behaves and appears to visitors. The desktop version offers the most options, so plan your editing sessions accordingly. Focus on getting your URLs, page titles, and SEO descriptions right – these have the biggest impact on how people find and share your content.
Most settings are straightforward, but don't hesitate to test changes on a less important page first if you're unsure.
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